Herrin Community Unit School District No. 4
Home of the Tigers
Free Summer Breakfasts, too?! 🥞 You heard that right!
Herrin CUSD #4 is making sure our Tigers stay fueled and ready for summer fun! Starting June 1st, we are offering FREE DINE-IN summer breakfast for summer school students AND any community children ages 0 – 18.
🚫 No registration or ID required—just show up and eat!
📅 June 1 – June 11 (Monday through Thursday)
🕖 7:45 A.M. – 8:15 A.M.
📍 Dine-In Locations: North Side Primary Center, Herrin Elementary School, and Herrin High School
Please note: This program is Dine-In Only. Families registered for the Summer Lunch Program will automatically receive free breakfasts in their weekly pickup bundles starting June 16!
For more details on all of our summer nutrition programs, visit: www.herrinschools.org/summerlunch 🧡🖤
April was another BIG month for our Tigers! 🧡🖤
The momentum is building as we head into the end of the year. Check out the latest edition of Let’s Talk Tigers as Superintendent Nathaniel Wilson and Board President Kelly Green highlight the incredible achievements of our students and staff. Our Tiger family continues to impress!
🎥 www.herrinschools.org/letstalktigers
Today we celebrate our incredible school nurses for all they do to care for, support, and advocate for our students every single day. From managing daily health needs to responding to emergencies with calm and compassion, our nurses play a vital role in keeping our schools safe, healthy, and ready to learn.
Please join us in recognizing the amazing nurses of Herrin Schools:
🏫 Northside Primary Center – Lexie Barton, LPN
🏫 Herrin Elementary School – Connie Simmerman, LPN & Cindy Pribble, RN
🏫 Herrin Junior High School – Alicia Smith, RN & Jessi Davis, RN
🏫 Herrin High School – Nicole McEntire, LPN
🏫 Nurse Supervisor – Shelly Bateman, RN
Thank you for your dedication, kindness, and the countless ways you make a difference for our students, staff, and families each day.
Happy School Nurses Day!
Please join us in recognizing the amazing nurses of Herrin Schools:
🏫 Northside Primary Center – Lexie Barton, LPN
🏫 Herrin Elementary School – Connie Simmerman, LPN & Cindy Pribble, RN
🏫 Herrin Junior High School – Alicia Smith, RN & Jessi Davis, RN
🏫 Herrin High School – Nicole McEntire, LPN
🏫 Nurse Supervisor – Shelly Bateman, RN
Thank you for your dedication, kindness, and the countless ways you make a difference for our students, staff, and families each day.
Happy School Nurses Day!
Happy School Lunch Hero Day!
Not all heroes wear capes – some wear aprons! Today we celebrate our amazing nutrition staff for their tireless dedication to the students of Herrin. Thank you for being the heart of the cafeteria and for everything you do to nourish our community. You guys are legendary! 🧡
Not all heroes wear capes – some wear aprons! Today we celebrate our amazing nutrition staff for their tireless dedication to the students of Herrin. Thank you for being the heart of the cafeteria and for everything you do to nourish our community. You guys are legendary! 🧡
"No one is useless in this world who lightens the burdens of another." — Charles Dickens
The school office is the nerve center of a district, and the professionals within determine its pulse. To many parents, students, and community members, the Administrative Professional often IS the school. Their voice on the telephone is the first point of contact; their manner in the front office sets the tone for the day; their ability to handle complex problems with efficiency. In every interaction, their professionalism paints the very image of our school district.
Today, we pause to say thank you. To our entire Administrative Professional staff: You don't just "support" our mission - you make it possible.
Thank you for lightening our burdens. You are the driving force behind our district! 🧡🖤
The school office is the nerve center of a district, and the professionals within determine its pulse. To many parents, students, and community members, the Administrative Professional often IS the school. Their voice on the telephone is the first point of contact; their manner in the front office sets the tone for the day; their ability to handle complex problems with efficiency. In every interaction, their professionalism paints the very image of our school district.
Today, we pause to say thank you. To our entire Administrative Professional staff: You don't just "support" our mission - you make it possible.
Thank you for lightening our burdens. You are the driving force behind our district! 🧡🖤
As we continue our #EveryKidHealthyWeek celebration, we want to take a moment to shout out our Tiger Bites articles!
Small bites lead to BIG changes. We’re serving up wellness tips all year long to help our young Tigers grow strong and fueled.
Ready for a refill on healthy ideas? Sink your teeth into the full collection!
🔗 www.herrinschools.org/tigerbites
Small bites lead to BIG changes. We’re serving up wellness tips all year long to help our young Tigers grow strong and fueled.
Ready for a refill on healthy ideas? Sink your teeth into the full collection!
🔗 www.herrinschools.org/tigerbites
It’s Every Kid Healthy Week!
Helping our Tigers grow up healthy is a team effort. While Herrin CUSD #4 prioritizes student health all year long, this week we encourage everyone to join in the celebration of happy, healthy wellbeing!
Be on the lookout at breakfast! We’re starting the week off with some fun in the cafeteria. Come ready to try something new and tell us what you think! 🍍
Helping our Tigers grow up healthy is a team effort. While Herrin CUSD #4 prioritizes student health all year long, this week we encourage everyone to join in the celebration of happy, healthy wellbeing!
Be on the lookout at breakfast! We’re starting the week off with some fun in the cafeteria. Come ready to try something new and tell us what you think! 🍍
Missed the Summer Lunch registration? Don’t sweat it! 🧡 You still have two opportunities to get your family signed up for our free summer weekly meal bundles.
Stop by our booth at the NSPC Spring Sing or the HES Spring Sing to register in person. These bundles provide a full week of nutritious food for any child 18 and under in Herrin and surrounding communities.
🔗 Get all the details: www.herrinschools.org/summerlunch
Join us for the 5th Annual Family Eco-Festival! 🦋🧪
🗓️ When: Sunday, April 19, 1–5 PM
📍 Where: Alto Vineyards, Alto Pass
Enjoy hands-on science, arts and crafts, a silent auction, live music, and more! This family-friendly event serves as a fundraiser for Innovations in STEM Education. All proceeds provide competitive grants to K–12 teachers in Southern Illinois to enhance student learning and environmental stewardship. See you there for a day of fun for all ages!
For more information, see the event at https://www.facebook.com/share/1JJ63py7qV/
🗓️ When: Sunday, April 19, 1–5 PM
📍 Where: Alto Vineyards, Alto Pass
Enjoy hands-on science, arts and crafts, a silent auction, live music, and more! This family-friendly event serves as a fundraiser for Innovations in STEM Education. All proceeds provide competitive grants to K–12 teachers in Southern Illinois to enhance student learning and environmental stewardship. See you there for a day of fun for all ages!
For more information, see the event at https://www.facebook.com/share/1JJ63py7qV/
It's National Assistant Principal Appreciation Week! 🧡
At Herrin CUSD #4, we know that leadership is a service. This week, we recognize our Assistant Principals for their unwavering commitment to academic excellence and student well-being.
Thank you to Sharonda Marshall, Dr. Bryant Hale, Kaci Lukens, Ryan Lowe, Andrew Anderson, and Stephanie Allen for your leadership and vision. You make our schools a better place to learn and grow.
At Herrin CUSD #4, we know that leadership is a service. This week, we recognize our Assistant Principals for their unwavering commitment to academic excellence and student well-being.
Thank you to Sharonda Marshall, Dr. Bryant Hale, Kaci Lukens, Ryan Lowe, Andrew Anderson, and Stephanie Allen for your leadership and vision. You make our schools a better place to learn and grow.
HAPPENING TONIGHT: Summer Lunch Registration!
Don't miss out! If you want your children (ages 18 & under) to participate in the Herrin CUSD #4 Summer Lunch Program, you must register in person tonight.
📍 Where: Unit Office (500 N. 10th St.)
⏰ When: Tonight, April 9th | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
💰 Cost: 100% FREE!
Healthy meals = Happy kids. Let’s make sure every Tiger is fed this summer!
Don't miss out! If you want your children (ages 18 & under) to participate in the Herrin CUSD #4 Summer Lunch Program, you must register in person tonight.
📍 Where: Unit Office (500 N. 10th St.)
⏰ When: Tonight, April 9th | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
💰 Cost: 100% FREE!
Healthy meals = Happy kids. Let’s make sure every Tiger is fed this summer!
Hoppy (almost) Easter, Tigers! 🐰🐯
Herrin Schools will be closed April 3–6 for Easter Break. We hope our students, staff, and families have a safe and wonderful extended weekend. Enjoy the time off—you’ve earned it!
Herrin Schools will be closed April 3–6 for Easter Break. We hope our students, staff, and families have a safe and wonderful extended weekend. Enjoy the time off—you’ve earned it!
No joke, it’s nearly April! 🌸 Check out what the cooks are serving up next month.
👉 www.herrinschools.org/dining
👉 www.herrinschools.org/dining
It’s assessment season at Herrin CUSD #4, and we’ve got the roadmap ready for you.
Tap the link to find testing dates, tech checklists, and simple tips to help your Tiger feel confident and achieve their best.
👉 www.herrinschools.org/testing
Tap the link to find testing dates, tech checklists, and simple tips to help your Tiger feel confident and achieve their best.
👉 www.herrinschools.org/testing
Summer is busy, so we’re bringing the food to your car—who’s planning to join our grab-and-go lunch program this year?
Keep an eye out for full details coming soon!
Keep an eye out for full details coming soon!
Ready for a night of neon and numbers? 🎨✨
Join the John A. Logan College Foundation for Glo Bingo next Friday, March 13! This isn't your grandma’s bingo — it’s a high-energy night with over $1,000 in cash prizes, all supporting the PROMISE Scholarships.
📍 Where: JALC Conference Center, Carterville
🕕 When: Doors open at 6 PM | Bingo starts at 7 PM
🎟️ Tickets: $25 in advance / $30 at the door (Must be 18+)
Your ticket includes 6 bingo cards for 10 games, a glow hat, and a dauber. Grab your friends and help support our local students!
Get tickets here: https://jalcbingo26.givesmart.com/
Join the John A. Logan College Foundation for Glo Bingo next Friday, March 13! This isn't your grandma’s bingo — it’s a high-energy night with over $1,000 in cash prizes, all supporting the PROMISE Scholarships.
📍 Where: JALC Conference Center, Carterville
🕕 When: Doors open at 6 PM | Bingo starts at 7 PM
🎟️ Tickets: $25 in advance / $30 at the door (Must be 18+)
Your ticket includes 6 bingo cards for 10 games, a glow hat, and a dauber. Grab your friends and help support our local students!
Get tickets here: https://jalcbingo26.givesmart.com/
We are so grateful to the Hurst Masonic Lodge for their incredibly generous donation of school supplies. These supplies will go directly into the hands of our students. We love seeing our community come together to support our Tigers! 🧡🖤
We’re on a roll! 🐯 Following up on our January highlights, we're back to keep the celebration going.
Check out the February edition of Let’s Talk Tigers as Superintendent Nathaniel Wilson and Board President Kelly Green shout out the latest round of student and staff excellence. Our Tigers never slow down!
🎥 www.herrinschools.org/letstalktigers
Check out the February edition of Let’s Talk Tigers as Superintendent Nathaniel Wilson and Board President Kelly Green shout out the latest round of student and staff excellence. Our Tigers never slow down!
🎥 www.herrinschools.org/letstalktigers